Office of Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO)

The Office of Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) is a part of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) responsible for enforcing immigration laws. Its main tasks include locating, detaining, and removing individuals who are in the country unlawfully. ERO ensures that immigration rules are upheld, coordinating efforts to identify those without legal status and facilitating their departure or legal processing. It also works to maintain secure detention facilities and collaborate with other agencies to manage immigration enforcement efficiently and humanely.